Brooks is ranked the #1 rehabilitation hospital in Florida by U.S. News & World Report and is the only Jacksonville-area rehabilitation hospital to be CARF-accredited for stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, pain, pediatrics and general medicine rehabilitation. Our hospitals also carry the Joint-Commission accreditation for quality and safety.

A Registered Nurse or Epidemiologist responsible for Infection Prevention Program development, Implementation, Coordination, Surveillance, Monitoring and Compliance and monitoring at the Inpatient Facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as the Infection Preventionist and fulfills role requirements for the facility(s), including but not limited to:
• Maintains knowledge of Federal, State, County Standards and Regulations regarding Infection Prevention and Control
• Maintains knowledge of Joint Commission Standards for Nursing Care Centers regarding Infection Prevention and Control.
• Daily surveillance, tracking and trending of community and healthcare system acquired infections
• Provides facility staff education on Infection Prevention, upon hire and at regular intervals as well as when needed based on facility assessment
• Maintains required education and training as outlined by AHCA, CMS and any other regulatory or accreditation bodies
• Maintains confidentiality of patient, staff and proprietary information.
• Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards.
• Meets all requirements for mandatory education including annual TB Test and Flu compliance.
• Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care.
• Adheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming, and dress code.
• Promotes a positive image of the company to outside agencies and the public.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as needed.
• Exhibits excellent service to patients, resident, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Shows courtesy, compassion and respect for all customers.
• Promotes the mission, vision and values of the organization.
• Complies with professional, regulatory, ethical and legal standards.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or related field preferred (Epidemiology) Prefer certification in Infection Control CDC and/or Occupational Health Certification.
• Three years of prior full-time employment or the equivalent in clinical nursing practice as a registered nurse or epidemiologist in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of OSHA and CDC requirements as pertaining to infection control in institutions are required, including knowledge of infectious disease and transmission of same and disinfection and sanitation techniques.

Location: 3599 University Blvd South, Jacksonville FL 32216

Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits package
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs

Brooks Rehabilitation is a designated Magnet Hospital. This elite symbol recognizes our health-care organization is committed to the highest level of professional nursing practices, quality patient care, and dedication for a supportive and engaging work environment.